
Iselin, NJprivate forprofitdevry.edu
Admit rate has ranged 33%–100% over the last 5 years — notably volatile. Source: IPEDS via Urban Institute.
Acceptance & SAT from Common Data Set / IPEDS; net price, earnings & graduation from the U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~1–2 years — verify with the school.
DeVry University-New Jersey in Iselin is a for-profit institution with an open admissions policy (100% acceptance rate) and a career-focused curriculum heavy on business, tech, and online programs. Known for its flexible scheduling and vocational approach, it serves a commuter-heavy student body with median post-graduation earnings of $36,427—though its reputation is often debated.
Test-optional — scores considered if submitted
Source: IPEDS Admissions survey (2022) via Urban Institute. Covers formal factors only — it does not reflect essays, extracurriculars, or other holistic criteria.
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Outcomes & value
Earnings = median of students working ~10 years after entry; debt = median of graduates. Value divides 10-yr earnings by net price — read it as earnings per dollar of annual cost, not a full lifetime ROI; it favors lower-cost schools. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~2 years and reflect all students, not your intended major.
Median earnings by field of study (highest credential), ~2 years after completion.
Campus & location
On-campus criminal offenses classed as violent (murder/non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) for the most recent reported year. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security (Clery Act). Counts reflect what’s reported to the school, and urban campuses often report more partly due to non-student incidents nearby — read alongside campus size and setting, not as a standalone safety verdict.
Pleasant days counts days per year with a mean temperature of 55–75°F, a high at or below 90°F, a low at or above 45°F, and little precipitation — a transparent comfort measure, not a weighting we invented. Computed from Open-Meteo ERA5 daily history (2019–2023). Natural-hazard risk is the county’s composite rating from the FEMA National Risk Index.
DeVry-New Jersey operates with an open admissions policy, accepting 100% of applicants across all sources. Unlike selective institutions, it doesn't require SAT/ACT scores (though it considers them if submitted, with minimum benchmarks of 17 for ACT Math/English). The school's accessibility is its defining feature, catering heavily to non-traditional and working students. Notably, 58-71% of admitted students graduate, a rate that suggests mixed outcomes despite the lack of admissions barriers.
DeVry leans into practical, career-oriented programs, with strengths in business administration, IT, and cybersecurity (ranked #2 for Best Information Technology Colleges by Niche). The curriculum is heavily , with hybrid options and a 3:1 student-faculty ratio that enables small classes. However, its for-profit status and accreditation differences from traditional universities have drawn criticism—Reddit threads joke about its perceived lower rigor, though the school emphasizes industry-aligned skills. Programs span accounting, engineering tech, and communications, with a focus on for working adults.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings). Figures cover graduates who received federal aid and lag ~2 years; not all programs report data.
This is a commuter campus with no on-campus housing, and student life reflects its working-adult demographic. Reviews describe the Iselin facilities as clean and organized but lacking traditional college vibes—think more corporate training center than quad-and-dorms. The school promotes professional networking over Greek life, with clubs tied to industries like tech and business. While some students call the environment 'vibrant,' others note limited social activities beyond academics.
Graduates report median earnings of $36,427 one year post-graduation—below the national average for bachelor’s holders but aligned with its vocational focus. The 58-71% graduation rate is higher than some peer for-profits, though retention metrics aren’t publicly highlighted. Notably, 47.6% of the school’s payroll goes to instructors, suggesting heavy investment in teaching staff relative to admin. Employer partnerships (e.g., IT certifications) are a selling point, but outcomes vary by program.
Tuition sits at ~$14K/year after aid, with $15,747 average grant aid per student. Federal grants ($6,519 avg) outweigh institutional aid ($2,083 avg), and Net priceWhat a family actually pays after grants and scholarships are subtracted from the sticker price — usually far less than the published cost. calculators suggest many students rely on loans. The school promotes transfer credits to reduce costs, but the $33,657 average net price (per comparable Virginia campus data) may still strain budgets for its demographic.
DeVry-New Jersey’s open access and flexibility make it a haven for non-traditional students—but its value hinges on specific career paths. The IT and business programs deliver industry-aligned training (evidenced by employer partnerships), and the 3:1 student-faculty ratio offers rare individual attention for a commuter school. Yet its for-profit model and mixed reputation mean students must weigh cost against targeted ROI. For those seeking a no-frills, skills-first education, it’s an option; for the classic college experience, look elsewhere.



